Job Opportunities for Young Workers

Below is a list of jobs minors can perform. This list is far from inclusive and the opportunities listed are subject to non-performance of hazardous and dangerous activities and prohibited occupations.

At 12 years of age a minor may do some jobs:

Newspaper delivery over residential routes. (May start at 11 years of age)

Farming in all its branches.

Gardening.

Nursery work.

Raising of livestock, bees, fur-bearing animals or poultry.

Forestry.

Theatrical productions. (No minimum age limit.)

At 14 years of age a minor may do many jobs:

Clerical and office jobs in industrial wholesale, retail, service, and professional establishments.

The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development is an equal employment opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity programs.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to assist individuals with disabilities.